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Posted: March 27, 2018 by Yael Breimer
Rest is Best
Laura E. Mayer, Fairfax, Virginia
Breastfeeding was emotionally and physically hard for my baby and me, so we had to supplement early starting on day five. He wasn’t diagnosed with lip and tongue-ties until 7.5 weeks. This explained my undersupply and his colic and reluctance to nurse. I still wanted to breastfeed, however, so I called upon my breastfeeding community for help: family, friends, and La Leche League. La Leche League’s monthly meetings and one-on-one support were my lifeline in getting my baby and me back to breastfeeding. Now at 42 weeks (or almost 10 months old), my baby and I are nursing strong! Amidst busyness and other parenting challenges, I find such peace and joy in our breastfeeding bond, and this poem is a reminder and celebration of our journey.
“Rest is Best”
By Laura E Mayer
I make the bed
Turn on white sound
Close the blinds
And we lie down
Covers pulled up
You face my chest
My arm around you
You latch my breast
Grasping my skin
Pushing your feet
Humming, grunting
When is milk-release?
Noisy gulps
Hands still explore
Eyes are closed
Will you ask for more?
Limbs start to slow
Fingers tickle my skin
Tugging to fluttering
Sleep begins
Occasional sips
Slow rolling breath
A life-giving hug
Flows from my chest
You guzzle again
And more milk pours
Nourishment and sleep
Are your little world
Clutter abound
Dishes still dirty
Nini’s coming at 3!
But what’s the hurry?
My blood-shot eyes
Give way to rest
Peacefully aware
I like this best
Gentle sigh
I snuggle in
My baby and I
For the win!
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